History's Most Dangerous Aircraft Models

The ME-162 Komet

The German Komet was "innovative" in its time. It was small and compact with the intention of whizzing by enemies. That wasn't the case. Its fuel tank was normally trained before five minutes could pass, which made it an easy target in the sky. 

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